the research triangle

Raleigh-Durham International Airport ( RDU   IATA ) is the main airport for the region, located at the center of the metro area near the Research Triangle Park, just off I-40. A former hub of American Airlines and Midway Airlines, the airport today is one of the larger national airports without official hub status - some 9 million passengers embark and deplane annually, making it one of the nation's fastest-growing airports. American's strong continued presence here gives RDU daily direct service from London Heathrow , and Delta runs direct flights from Paris. Traditional and low-cost carriers offer flights from most East Coast cities, and Western cities including Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Denver. Air Canada offers several flights per day from Toronto.

RDU has two terminals; Southwest is the sole airline in the older Terminal 1, while the more modern and architecturally impressive Terminal 2 services the legacy carriers Alaska, American Airlines, Delta, and United, as well as the low-cost airlines Jetblue, Frontier, and Allegiant. There is a large rental car facility on-site. Public transit bus service is offered by Triangle Transit route #100, which runs between Raleigh and a transit center near the Research Triangle Park. Free WiFi is provided by Boingo—it's unlimited, but you have to look at an ad every 45 minutes.

In the winter , even a small amount of snow can cripple RDU, so plan for the risk of being delayed a day or two. That goes double if you're flying Southwest, as they're responsible for de-icing their own ramps.

• Interstate 40 cuts east-west through the Triangle, passing through Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park and along the outskirts of Durham and Chapel Hill, continuing west to Greensboro , Winston-Salem , and Asheville , and east to Wilmington .
• Interstates 85 and 95 run north-south through the area, providing easy access to the region from up and down the Eastern Seaboard. I-85 passes through Durham, continuing north to Petersburg , Virginia (where it terminates at I-95) and west, merging with I-40 to Greensboro before splitting off to Charlotte . I-95 doesn't serve the Triangle directly, but rather skirts the eastern edge of it, where you can take I-40, US-64, US-70, or US-264 into the Triangle.
• US-1 , the East Coast corridor route, cuts through Raleigh on its way from New York to the Florida Keys.

Amtrak serves the Triangle with three routes: the Piedmont runs twice-daily to Charlotte , a trip of just over three hours, serving Raleigh, Cary, and Durham. The Carolinian runs once a day between Charlotte and the Eastern Seaboard, serving the same stops as the Piedmont, while the once-daily Silver Star stops in Cary and Raleigh on its way between New York City and Florida .

There are two intercity bus carriers serving the Triangle: Greyhound serves depots in Raleigh and Durham , while Megabus has a stop in Durham on its Charlotte - Washington, D.C. route. The regional bus system PART (Piedmont Authority for Regional Transit) has one line to Chapel Hill from the Piedmont Triad .

Given the very spread-out and suburban nature of the Triangle, driving is easily the most convenient way to get around. Interstate 40 is the main east-west corridor that links up the main cities of the Triangle, passing through Raleigh, the Research Triangle Park, and past RDU airport and Chapel Hill. The Durham Freeway (NC 147) links the Research Triangle Park and I-40 to Durham, while US-15/501 connects Durham to Chapel Hill. The Triangle Expressway , North Carolina's first modern toll road, follows NC 147 from I-40 to I-540, then NC 540 to Apex and Holly Springs. There are also two loop freeways circling Raleigh and serving many of the suburbs: I-440 circles the central portion of Raleigh proper, while I-540 traverses much of the suburban fringe north of Raleigh before heading south to the Research Triangle Park. South of the RTP, I-540 becomes a state-run toll freeway for the stretch around Cary south to Apex.

Each of the main cities operates a local bus service. Regional service is provided by Go Triangle , which operates all-day service daily (no service during certain holidays) between Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and several other towns in the area, operating out of a hub (the Regional Transit Center, RTC) near the Research Triangle Park. RTC has restrooms, water fountains, and a window selling bus passes, but basically no other amenities. Fortunately, the bus schedules are coordinated so that you can make transfers quickly without having to wait around at the transit center. Fares cost $2.25 per trip (one transfer is free), with $4.50 for a day pass.

The universities ! They're what the region is known for: Chapel Hill has UNC, Durham has Duke, and Raleigh has NC State (as well as several other lesser-known schools). All three have attractive campuses that include historic buildings. Naturally, they also include various other sights within their ecosystems, from varied museums to extensive botanical gardens and arboretums at all three universities (Duke Gardens in Durham are the best).

The area also has its share of historic districts and the like. Especially worth noting are several antebellum and Civil War sites in Durham, Hillsborough 's walkable downtown, and Raleigh's State Capitol building.

The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences , which hosts an IMAX theatre, and has live presentations by visiting experts (from universities in the area) on certain days, is a very engaging (for audiences ranging from ages 5 to adults), modern, and top-tier institution that is well-worth visiting. The North Carolina Museum of History is located right next to it has many exhibits covering the history of North Carolina. Both museums are in downtown Raleigh.

With the many universities in the area, it should come as no surprise that college sports are a big deal here. The Duke Blue Devils, the North Carolina Tar Heels, and (to a lesser extent) the NC State Wolfpack all have fiercely loyal fan bases, with immensely popular football and basketball programs. The Carolina-Duke rivalry is particularly fierce, with two of the most well-regarded basketball programs in the country. Non-college sports teams in the area include the popular Durham Bulls minor league baseball team and Raleigh's Carolina Hurricanes NHL hockey team.

There are many excellent performing arts spaces in the Triangle, hosting a lively theater scene. The lion's share of these are located in Durham, which is home to the prominent Durham Performing Arts Center , the historic Carolina Theatre , and a number of small, independent local theaters. Downtown Raleigh is home to the state-run Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts , which plays host to the state ballet, opera, and symphony.

And if you're looking to get away from the towns for some outdoor activities, the Triangle and its surrounding rural areas have state parks and nature . Particularly worth a visit are Eno River State Park near Durham , Umstead State Park in Raleigh , Raven Rock State Park near Fuquay-Varina , and Jordan Lake to the southwest of the metro area.

The American Tobacco Trail is a 22.6-mile (36.4-km) trail that runs from Durham in the north, to Apex in the south, cutting across wild forests for the more than 10   mi (16   km) that run south of the I-40, and more urban landscape to the north. The trail supports running, biking, and even horse back riding, and is widely used by residents of the area.

Boasting an impressive list of award-winning and nominated chefs and restaurants, Raleigh has become a hotbed for exciting and modern dining experiences. Durham and Chapel Hill have more than their share of quality restaurants as well. For visitors who want to sample local cuisine, restaurants serving authentic North Carolina cooking can be found in all three of the Triangle's main cities.

Out of the three cities, Chapel Hill is considered to have the best bars, due to the abundance of students in the area. Durham and Raleigh also have a fair share of drinking establishments, mainly centered around the universities.

• Charlotte Metro — centered around Charlotte , the biggest city in North Carolina, a bustling, rapidly growing economic powerhouse (not unlike the Triangle)
• Piedmont Triad — an urban area nearby that's also centered around three main cities
• Wilmington – the beach!
• Kitty Hawk — where the Wright brothers broke us free from the bonds of gravity. It has a museum that honors and explains their achievements.
• Asheboro — home of the North Carolina zoo.

• Has custom banner
• Has mapframe
• Has map markers
• Airport listing
• Piedmont (North Carolina)
• All destination articles
• Usable regions
• Usable articles
• Region articles
• Bottom-level regions
• Has Geo parameter
• Pages with maps

Navigation menu

• Research Triangle Park
• Boxyard RTP
• Frontier RTP

The Foundation

Research triangle park is managed by the research triangle foundation (rtf) of north carolina..

As stewards of the Park, RTF leads the Triangle in creating a thriving business environment, promoting economic development, and facilitating strategic partnerships that benefit our region and state. Through its commitment to fostering connections, environmental stewardship, innovation and collaboration, the Foundation invests in programs that cultivate vibrant communities within the Park.

Our core mission since the founding of RTP in 1959:

Facilitate collaboration between the Triangle universities.

Promote cooperation between universities and industry.

Create an economic impact for residents of North Carolina.

Located at the geographic center of three Tier-1 research universities, RTP is the largest research park in the United States and a premier global innovation center. Its 7,000 acres house hundreds of companies, including science and technology firms, government agencies, academic institutions, startups and nonprofits.

Meet the Staff

Board of directors, foundation employment.

The Triangle Region

Welcome to North Carolina's Research Triangle Region

Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP) is an American economic development organization that markets the Triangle Region known worldwide as the home of the “Research Triangle Park,” the largest research park in the United States.

Strategically positioned halfway between Miami and New York, the Research Triangle Region conveniently connects businesses and residents to the U.S. market.

Our Counties

Get to know the counties that make up the Research Triangle Region.

Research Triangle Park

The region at a glance, what visitors think about the triangle region.

Acting as proud ambassadors, RTRP introduces companies and organizations to an area that offers incredible access to talent through 17 colleges and universities, a competitive cost of living, a strong and diverse economic climate, a supportive infrastructure, and quality of life we feel is second to none.

Our primary goal is to market the region to external audiences on why the Research Triangle Region is the best place to live and do business. Don’t just take it from us – hear what other’s have to say about the Triangle Region.

Click to download regional report

Why Is It Called The 'Research Triangle'?

The Research Triangle gets its name from Research Triangle Park and three Tier 1 research universities—Duke University, North Carolina State University and University of North Carolina Chapel Hill—located only minutes apart.

A Diverse Business Ecosystem

The Triangle Region has a diverse business ecosystem with over 7,000 companies across multiple industries including Agtech, Cleantech, Life Sciences, Advantaged Manufacturing and Technology.

Regional Comparisons

The Research Triangle is known globally as the home of the Research Triangle Park (RTP), the largest research park in North America located at the center of the region. Home to companies such as IBM, Syngenta, BASF, and Cisco, the park is a major contributor to the area’s economic growth, attracts talent from all over the world and helps create partnerships that fuel innovation.

• 50,000 employees
• 7,000 acres
• 250+ companies
• $300 million invested in research and development annually

Educated Workforce

With 10 colleges and universities and 7 community colleges the Triangle Region is well-equipped to meet the needs of international businesses in diverse industries.

• 176,000 students enrolled in higher education
• 42,000 annually graduates
• 47% of the region has a bachelors degree or higher
• 4th highest concentration of PhDs in the country
• 3,987 doctorate degrees awarded in 2017

Come And Go With Ease

Centrally located between New York and Miami, the Research Triangle Region is easily accessible by Raleigh-Durham International Airport, six regional airports, two ports, and multiple interstates that span from Florida to New York and North Carolina to California.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

• 400+ daily flights
• 65+ nonstop destinations
• Cancun, London, Montego Bay, Paris, Punta Cana, Toronto and Montreal

Six Regional Airports

• Triangle North Executive Airport (Franklin County)
• Henderson Oxford Airport (Granville County)
• Johnston Regional Airport (Johnston County)
• Raleigh Executive Jetport (Lee County)
• Person County Airport (Person County)
• Rocky Mount- Wilson Regional Airport (Wilson County)

Three Major Interstate Highways

I95, I85 and I40 run across the region.

Two of the nation’s largest rail operators, CSX and Norfolk Southern , provide rail freight service in the region.

The Port of Wilmington and the Port of Morehead City , are less than a three-hour drive from the region. Additionally, North Carolina sits in between Norfolk International Terminal in Virginia and the Port of Charleston in South Carolina.

About the Triangle

The Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina is also called the  Research Triangle  because of its proximity to three major research universities—Duke, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina State University—as well as being a hub for technology and biotech companies.

The area has developed into a center for culture, too, with world-class restaurants and entertainment. At the same time, the Triangle maintains a reasonable cost of living compared to other cities. From  Forbes  to  USA Today , the Raleigh-Durham area consistently lands on the major top 10 lists of best places in the country to visit, live, and do business. 

Located halfway between the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains and the spotless beaches of the Outer Banks, Durham is the fourth largest municipality in North Carolina. Visitors come to Durham for its sports teams, eclectic restaurants, and diverse culture; residents live here for its reasonable cost of living, strong sense of community, and agreeable weather. 

Durham has the charm of a Southern college town with the amenities of a larger city.  Durham Performing Arts Center  (DPAC) attracts national touring artists and Broadway shows. The annual  Full Frame Documentary Film Festival  brings together people from all over the world to showcase the work of new and established filmmakers. And  Duke Arts Presents  brings in world-class musicians every season.  

Durham’s multicultural food scene has been praised by  Gourmet  and  Bon Appétit  magazines as well as The New York Times.

Sports fans will revel in the achievements of our  Blue Devils  in basketball, lacrosse and more. The  Durham Bulls  offer family-friendly baseball experiences throughout the summer. With more than 60 parks, an extensive network of running and biking trails, and several major waterways, the city offers abundant activities for outdoors enthusiasts.

Access to and from Durham is convenient, as the RDU airport just 12 miles outside the city.

What People are Saying

• A Corner of Durham, N.C., Comes to Life  - The New York Times
• 36 Hours in Durham, N.C.  -  The New York Times
• 36 Hours in Raleigh, N.C.  - The New York Times
• The South's Tastiest Town: Durham, NC  - Southern Living

Visit the Duke in Durham website to learn why Durham is such a great place to live.

23 Research Triangle Park Companies Defining the Southeast as a Tech Powerhouse

Here’s a look at Research Triangle Park companies that help make up a world-class network of global innovators and revolutionary developers.

North Carolina’s involvement in the history of technology can be traced back to the 1950s, when the state’s economic future was hanging in the balance. With one of the nation’s lowest income rates and a dependency on agriculture and textile manufacturing, the state decided it needed to attract the attention of modern businesses, and in order to do so, local leaders looked to its three leading academic institutions — UNC Chapel Hill, North Carolina State and Duke University. In 1956, with the universities’ support and endorsement from Governor Luther Hodges, the Research Triangle Committee was formed, which later became what we know now as the Research Triangle Park. By the 1990s, the area that encompasses the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill region became regarded as The Research Triangle, cementing the Southeastern state’s importance as a tech powerhouse. 

Among the many companies that have joined the park throughout the decades, many of them are involved in the life sciences, spanning sectors like biomanufacturing and agriculture. In fact, according to the park’s website , it is the home of an agricultural biotech industry that generates $86 billion annually. Over the years, the park has witnessed the arrival of various tech giants like IBM , Cisco Systems and GlaxoSmithKline. Yet, these are only a few of the organizations that form this sprawling tech ecosystem. Here’s a look at Research Triangle Park companies that help make up a world-class network of global innovators and revolutionary developers. 

Research Triangle Park Companies to Know

Kbi biopharma, connect cause, spotlight solar.

Flatiron Health

Founded: 2012

Focus: Healthtech

What they do: Flatiron Health specializes in technology and services for medical practices, researchers and other organizations focused on enabling cancer treatment. Its solutions cover oncology data curation, managing clinical research trials and enhancing patient care. The company’s goal is to bring together science and technology to better the lives of people who have been diagnosed with various types of cancer.

commercetools

Founded: 2006

Focus: E-commerce

What they do: With a goal of helping businesses build and grow their online storefronts, commercetools offers a portfolio of enterprise solutions that support e-commerce operations for businesses that market their products and services to consumers and other businesses. The global company has a Durham office location where employees from teams like sales and engineering work. 

Click Therapeutics

What they do: Click Therapeutics builds software programs that are meant to serve as medical treatment. Its digital smoking cessation solution known as Clickotine is already available to patients and offers real-time interventions through a mobile app. Click Therapeutics has additional products in various stages of development to address conditions such as schizophrenia, major depressive disorder and migraine.

Novo Nordisk

Founded: 1923

Focus: Pharmaceutical

What they do: Novo Nordisk is a major player in the healthcare landscape. It’s responsible for producing half of the insulin distributed around the world and continues to engage in pharmaceutical research and development with the goal of pursuing treatments that address multiple chronic disease areas. Novo Nordisk’s work also extends to proactively promoting disease prevention and increased access to medical resources and care.

Founded: 1868

Focus: Insurance

What they do: MetLife provides individuals and families with a range of insurance options for everything from homes and vehicles to pets and accidents. MetLife also works with businesses of varying sizes to bring them employee benefits solutions, such as dental, vision, life and disability insurance. The company serves customers across more than three dozen global markets.

Founded: 2016

Focus: Cancer Research + Detection

What they do: Bringing together scientific thought and cutting-edge design, GRAIL has built the technology capable of detecting different cancers. The Galleri test has proven to be a highly accurate and effective method for catching cancer before it can spread, and all the test requires is a single blood draw. With improved cancer screening, GRAIL is restoring peace of mind to patients and healthcare professionals.    

Founded: 1983

Focus: Pharmaceuticals

What they do: Advarra provides institutional review board (IRB), institutional biosafety committee (IBC) and research quality and compliance consulting services. The company provides highly specialized review services for areas like biosafety, oncology and neurology. Advarra serves pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and contact research organizations in addition to academic medical centers and health systems. 

Focus: Agricultural Research

What they do: AgBiome is a biotech company that provides early-stage research for agriculture, exploring the crop microbiome to identify products that reduce risk and improve yield. The company’s GENESIS platform captures and screens diverse microbial collections for agriculturally relevant applications, tracking the complete genome sequence of every microbe as well as detailed laboratory assay results and field trial performance. AgBiome’s agricultural innovations include the discovery and development of biopesticides as well as the creation of products designed to overcome growing pest resistance and active ingredient dosage issues. 

  Founded: 2007

Focus: Clinical Supply Chain Intelligence + Operations Management

What they do: Cenduit provides clinical supply chain intelligence and clinical operations knowledge management through IRT-driven solutions and services. Working with pharmaceutical companies across the globe, the company specializes in patient randomization, trial supply management, drug allocation, integration, drug accountability and traceability, and reporting and forecasting. Cenduit’s IRT platform helps businesses reach their goals with rapid deployment, flexible integration and versatile access and control.

Related View Tech and Startup Jobs in Raleigh

Founded: 1996

Focus: Drug Development + Biomanufacturing Services

What they do: KBI Biopharma offers fully integrated, accelerated drug development and biomanufacturing services to organizations across the globe. The company’s capabilities include microbial cell line development, cell culture, biologics manufacturing, commercial release and stability, parallel processing of cell therapy products, and biophysical characterization. KBI Biopharma primarily serves the biotech, pharmaceutical research and development community.

Founded: 2007

Focus: Data Management + Governance

What they do: Zaloni helps organizations realize the power of their data to uncover transformative business insights. Built upon extensible machine learning, the company’s software offers DataOps platform optimization, helping businesses conquer data sprawl challenges, quickly create revenue streams and make their data secure. Zaloni provides total control throughout the data pipeline with data management, governance, and self-service data preparation capabilities.

Cell Microsystems

Founded: 2010

Focus: Single Cell Sorting + Isolation

What they do: Founded by Dr. Nancy Allbritton, Dr. Chris Sims and Dr. Yuli Wang, Cell Microsystems is an early growth stage company that develops, manufactures and markets products for single cell biology. The company’s technology enables the sorting and isolation of single cells under standard culture conditions resulting in unperturbed phenotypes and high viability. This allows users to select a cell in real-time and track that cell through imaging, collection and downstream analysis. Cell Microsystems’ real-time imaging process ensures that no cells are wasted during single cell isolation. 

Founded: 2011

Focus: Life Sciences Solutions

What they do: Sciome LLC is a research and tech consulting company that provides informatics solutions to the life sciences industry. Working with researchers in government, academic and private sector organizations, the company develops and deploys novel bioinformatics, cheminformatics, text-mining and data science solutions. The company’s client base includes Johns Hopkins University, U.S. Food and Drug Association, Proctor & Gamble and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

  Founded: 2012

Focus: Sustainable Building Materials

What they do: With the goal of reinventing the green building space, bioMASON has developed an eco-friendly approach to the construction industry. The company creates its sustainable building materials through the use of microorganisms so that it offers the same durability and real-world stamina as natural stone. With its natural manufacturing process, bioMASON seeks to offer the lowest carbon footprint cement product available. 

Founded: 2005

Focus: Developer Support

What they do: Devada is dedicated to empowering developers through its knowledge sharing and community management platform. The company’s AnswerHub platform provides developer support to increase employee satisfaction, improve code quality and boost productivity, while DZone helps developers reach an engaged audience with content from experts and contributors. Devada’s aim is to drive knowledge sharing, foster community collaboration and facilitate growth.

Focus: Smart Home Tech

What they do: Established by Tim Seaton and Tommi Parkkila, Breezi makes smart connected devices that serve as a fitness tracker for HVAC systems. The company’s AirPulse technology lets customers know when to change their filters, while their mobile app allows for users to easily track HVAC needs. The BreeziBot feature also helps customers answer quick questions about their air filters and home health.

Focus: Diagnostic Medical Devices

What they do: Avioq manufactures in vitro diagnostic medical devices. The company has developed a wide range of products including an FDA approved HIV-1 assay for screening serum and plasma from blood donor samples, a rapid influenza virus drug resistance test and an oral fluid collection device.

Founded: 2015

Focus: Drug Development

What they do: Avolynt is a clinical stage drug development company dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from dysfunctions related to human metabolism. So far, the company has made significant advances in the research of various metabolic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

Focus: Enterprise Blockchain Technology

What they do: BlocLedger is dedicated to advancing enterprise blockchain technology to address the rigors of the world’s most demanding data centers. Using its Hyperledger Fabric blockchain technology, the company offers a wide range of services such as demo and proof of concept development, blockchain deployment and configuration, hands-on training and AWS and IBM cloud hosting. BlocLedger is designed to help enterprise companies with the evaluation, implementation and deployment of blockchain technology. 

Cloud Giants

Founded: 2014

Focus: Salesforce Solutions

What they do: Cloud Giants specializes in Salesforce solutions that improve businesses’ efficiency. The company’s Salesforce services include strategic system guidance, ongoing maintenance, administration-as-a-service, roadmaps, business process modeling, sales effectiveness, and reporting and analytics. Cloud Giants’ client base includes Magnus Health, Credo, Second Nature Home Wellness and Pendo.

Plant Response

Founded: 2008

Focus: Sustainable Crop Production

What they do: Founded by Antonio Molina Fernandez and Pablo Rodriguez Palenzuela, PlantResponse Biotech uses its tech platform to screen for discoveries and create products for sustainable crop production. The company’s fast-track platform enables them to screen natural biological candidates and identify and characterize novel traits for plant breeding programs. PlantResponse’s collection of products are designed to enhance crop performance, improve crop quality and promote yield potential.

Focus: Solar Structures

What they do: Spotlight Solar specializes in the development of solar structures for highly visible locations. The company’s structures incorporate solar panels in sculptural forms, boasting flexible configuration and orientation and the ability to withstand wind speeds of up to 175 mph. Spotlight Solar has completed projects for various clients including the Kennedy Space Center, the Orlando Convention Center, Target and Alliant Energy.

Founded: 2018

Focus: Managed IT Services

What they do: Connect Cause is a managed IT services provider that works specifically with nonprofits and other charitable foundations. The company’s suite of services includes cloud application hosting, migration and deployment, data backup and recovery, compliance management, and computer and network security. Connect Cause aims to confront the challenges associated with running a nonprofit, helping them cut technology costs and improve ROI so they can make a bigger impact.

Recent Articles

• Plat 4 at Research Triangle

5510 Primary Dr, Durham, NC 27703

Special offer!

• Two months Free Rent! * Restrictions apply. Contact our team for full details.

What's available

1 unit avail. Jul 30 | 1 unit avail. Sep 28

3 units available now

5 units available now

1 unit available Oct 27

What's special

NOW OPEN!Our community is now open in the Durham area near Research Triangle Park. Reserve your studio, 1, 2 or 3-bedroom apartment home today. Our leasing team would love to meet with you and assist in selecting your perfect new home! Self-guided touring options now available as well! Show more

Office hours

Facts, features & policies

Building amenities, accessibility.

• Disabled access

Community rooms

• Business center
• Fitness center
• Swimming pool

Outdoor common areas

Services & facilities.

• Bicycle storage
• Onsite management
• Package service
• Breed restrictions apply; please contact us for more information.

Unit features

• Garbage disposal
• Microwave oven
• Refrigerator
• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Patio or Balcony

Special features

• BBQ/Picnic Area
• Bike Repair Station
• Brand New Apartment Homes
• Car Washing Station
• Conference and Focus Rooms
• Electronic Thermostat
• Free Weights
• Granite countertops
• Green Building
• Lounge/Bar Area
• NGBS certification
• Outdoor Fire Pit
• Recreational Pathway
• SmartRent smart home connection

Costs & fees

Select a unit-type to view your estimated move-in costs.

Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.

 |  Feb 19, 2024

 Management

Fast, helpful, thorough, response, friendly

Neighborhood: 27703

Areas of interest.

Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

Travel times

Walk, transit & bike scores, nearby schools in durham, greatschools rating.

• 5 /10 Bethesda Elementary Grades: PK-5 Distance: 3.3 mi
• 5 /10 Lowe's Grove Middle Grades: 6-8 Distance: 4 mi
• 8 /10 Hillside New Tech High School Grades: 9-12 Distance: 6.1 mi

Nearby apartments for rent

Frequently asked questions

Plat 4 at Research Triangle has a walk score of 25, it's car-dependent.

The schools assigned to Plat 4 at Research Triangle include Bethesda Elementary, Lowe's Grove Middle, and Hillside New Tech High School.

Yes, Plat 4 at Research Triangle has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

Plat 4 at Research Triangle is in the 27703 neighborhood in Durham, NC.

Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Plat 4 at Research Triangle.

• Durham County

Welcome to the downtown of the largest research park in the United States.

With a hub of activities to choose from, you design life in Research Triangle Park. This iconic park isn’t just a place to work anymore, it’s a destination to live among gamechangers, celebrate milestones over dinner, or get fresh air on a nature trail. Here, you enjoy – on your terms.

Why Hub RTP? Because why not…

See what’s coming up next.

Start-Up Community

Experience Center

Full Service

Office-Over-Retail

Life Sciences Tower

Multi-Family Apartments

Residential

Explore 100 acres and more.

residential units

customizable office and lab space

parks and greenspace

hotel rooms

miles of trails connected to Hub RTP

Let’s Talk

Contact us to learn more about Hub RTP and our unique leasing opportunities within Research Triangle Park.

please sign me up to get updates on Hub RTP!

• Privacy Overview
• Strictly Necessary Cookies
• 3rd Party Cookies

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.

Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.

This website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymous information such as the number of visitors to the site, and the most popular pages.

Enabling this cookie helps us to improve our website.

This website uses YouTube to display video content.

Enabling these cookies allows videos to play on the website. (These are already enabled for non-EU visitors).

Please enable Strictly Necessary Cookies first so that we can save your preferences!

Moving Tips & Moving Resources

Raleigh, Durham or Chapel Hill? Where to live in the Research Triangle

Home » Living like a local » Raleigh, Durham or Chapel Hill? Where to live in the Research Triangle

Jump Ahead To:

Thinking about moving to North Carolina’s Research Triangle? Lucky you – you have choices to make, but you really can’t go wrong here. Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill are all great places to live. That said, one of them is perfect for you – and we’re going to help you figure that out right now, in this article. 

Fast facts about the Research Triangle

The Research Triangle region actually encompasses nine counties, and is anchored by the cities of Raleigh , Durham , and Chapel Hill , as well as surrounding communities. As you may have guessed, this region has a high concentration of research institutions, namely North Carolina State University in Raleigh, Duke University in Durham, and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The primary industries are science, technology, and healthcare. The Research Triangle Park is a 7,000-acre property located between Durham and Raleigh that is home to more than 200 companies and research organizations.

Overall, the Research Triangle region is a hub of innovation and research, and is an important economic and cultural center in the Southeastern United States. Each city has its own unique character, but here are some general characteristics of each:

• The capital city of North Carolina
• Largest city in the Research Triangle region
• Home to North Carolina State University, one of the largest universities in the state
• Known for its thriving technology and research industries
• Offers a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Find out more about life in Raleigh .
• Home to Duke University, a prestigious private university
• Known for its rich history and vibrant arts scene
• Has a diverse population and is often cited as one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly cities in the South
• Has undergone significant revitalization in recent years, particularly in its downtown area
• Home to the Durham Bulls baseball team and the American Tobacco Campus, a popular entertainment and dining destination
• Get the details on Durham .

Chapel Hill

• Home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the oldest public university in the United States
• Known for its picturesque college town atmosphere and southern charm
• Has a strong focus on sustainability and has been recognized as one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country
• Offers a variety of cultural attractions, including the Morehead Planetarium and the Ackland Art Museum
• Has a reputation as a progressive and politically active community.

Jobs and Economy

The Research Triangle area as a whole has a strong economy and is known for its job growth and innovation. The median household income in the Triangle area is approximately $73,600, according to U.S. Census data. This is nearly 10 percent higher than the national median household income of $65,712. However, Salary List points out that salaries vary greatly, ranging from $25,653 to $595,800.

According to Salary List, the highest paying jobs are in the medical and technology industries, with some medical specialists and pharmaceutical company executives earning more than $150,000. Software engineers, research scientists and project managers similarly can make more than $100,000. Given that the cost of living in the area is slightly more or just below than the national average. So even if you earn the median household income, you’ll live very comfortably in the Triangle area.

Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill each have their own unique economies and job markets. Given their close proximity to each other, you’ll have easy access to job opportunities across the region. Here is an overview of the job market and economy in each city:

Raleigh is a hub for government and education. Major employers in the city include the state government, Wake County Public Schools, North Carolina State University, and Duke Energy. The city also has a growing tech industry, with companies such as Red Hat, SAS Institute, and Cisco Systems having a presence in the area. Other important industries in the area include healthcare, finance, and retail.

Durham is home to Duke University and Duke University Health System, which are major employers in the city. The city, like Raleigh, has a growing tech industry, with companies such as IBM, Fidelity Investments, and Cree having a presence in the area. Other important industries in the area include healthcare, finance, and research.

Chapel Hill 

Chapel Hill is home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and UNC Health Care, which are major employers in the area. It has a strong biotech industry, with companies such as Biogen, Novartis, and GSK having a presence in the area. Other important industries in the area include education, research, and hospitality.

Cost Of Living

Overall, Raleigh and Durham are generally more affordable than Chapel Hill, with lower housing costs and reasonable transportation and food costs. Here is an overview of the cost of living in each city, using data from Numbeo, based on a national cost of living average of 100:

The cost of living index in Raleigh is 73.95. Housing costs in Raleigh are generally more affordable than other major cities, with a median home price of $  $390K. Transportation costs in the city are also relatively affordable, with a monthly public transit pass costing $40. The cost of food and entertainment in Raleigh is also reasonable, with a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant costing around $60.

The cost of living index in Durham is 73.39, which is lower than the national average of 100. Housing costs in Durham are generally more affordable than other major cities, with a median home price of $ $370K. Transportation costs in the city are also relatively affordable, with a monthly public transit pass costing $50. As the City of Durham grows, they are looking for solutions to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips. Solutions include transit, ridesharing, walking, biking, and telework. The cost of food and entertainment in Durham is also reasonable, with a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant costing around $60.

The cost of living index in Chapel Hill is 89.43. Housing costs in Chapel Hill are generally more expensive than other cities in the area, with a median home price $599K. Transportation costs in the town are also relatively expensive, with a monthly public transit pass costing $70. The cost of food and entertainment in Chapel Hill is also higher than other cities in the area, with a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant costing around $70.

North Carolina has a base sales tax of 4.75 percent. Then, depending on which county and city you live in, you’ll pay additional. Although Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill are in different counties, the combined sales tax for all three is 7.25 percent.

Property taxes also depend on the county. In Raleigh (Wake County), the property tax rate is 0.615 or 61.5 cents per $100. Durham’s property taxes (Durham County) are nearly double that at $1.2739 per $100 of assessed value. Meanwhile, in Chapel Hill (Orange County), the rate is 0.78 or 78 cents per $100.

The individual income tax rate in North Carolina is currently 5.25 percent. That means an individual an annual income of $75,000 would pay an estimated $3,373 in state income tax if they filed as a single or $2,809 if they filed as married

K-12 education in the Research Triangle

In general, public schools in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill all have a diverse student population and offer a range of programs, including magnet schools, year-round schools, and specialty programs. The following statistics are from each city’s school district’s web site and the Public School Review . 

Raleigh schools

The Wake County Public School System is the largest school district in North Carolina and serves over 160,000 students. The district includes 191 schools, including 121 elementary schools, 45 middle schools, and 26 high schools.

Raleigh public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Raleigh have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.

Durham Schools

The Durham Public Schools district serves over 33,000 students and includes 53 schools, including 30 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 14 high schools. The district offers language immersion programs, and gifted and talented programs. Public Schools in Durham Public Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average).

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district serves over 12,000 students and includes 20 schools, including 11 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The district is known for its strong academic programs. Public Schools in Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average).

Getting around the Research Triangle

GoRaleigh is the city’s public transportation system, which includes buses and a downtown circulator. The system serves over 18 million passengers annually and offers a variety of fares and passes. Raleigh also has a bike share program, called LimeBike, that allows users to rent bikes using a mobile app. Additionally, Raleigh’s RLine offers free rides on hybrid electric busses that connects passengers to popular restaurants, museums and other venues.

GoDurham is the city’s public transportation system, which includes buses and a free downtown circulator. GoDurham operates 24 bus routes and the Robertson Scholar Express route for GoTriangle. To make it easier to get around, GoDurham is fare-free until June of 2023. The system serves over 3.5 million passengers annually. Durham also has a bike share program, called Spin, that allows users to rent bikes using a mobile app. 

Chapel Hill Transit is the town’s public transportation system, which includes buses and a free downtown circulator. The system serves over 7 million passengers annually and offers a variety of fares and passes. Chapel Hill’s bike share program, called Tar Heel Bikes, allows users to rent bikes using a mobile app.

All three cities are located near Raleigh-Durham International Airport, which offers domestic and international flights to numerous destinations. The average commute in the area is roughly 27 minutes. 

Research Triangle Restaurants

This region is known for its diverse and vibrant food scene, and you’ll have a wide variety of cuisines and restaurants to choose from. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in the area:

Acme Food & Beverage Co . (Chapel Hill/Carrboro) – This Carrboro institution serves classic American dishes made with local ingredients, along with a great selection of beers and wines.

Brewery Bhavana (Raleigh) – This unique restaurant combines a brewery, bookstore, and flower shop, and serves delicious dim sum and noodle dishes.

Gocciolina (Durham) – This Italian restaurant in Durham is known for its homemade pastas and authentic Italian dishes, along with a great wine list.

Juju (Durham) – This Asian-inspired tapas bar in downtown Durham serves small plates and cocktails in a lively atmosphere.

Lantern (Chapel Hill) – This Chapel Hill institution serves upscale Asian cuisine, including dishes inspired by the flavors of China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

Mateo Bar de Tapas (Durham) – This lively restaurant in downtown Durham serves Spanish-style tapas, including a great selection of cured meats, cheeses, and small plates.

Poole’s Diner (Raleigh) – This classic American diner in downtown Raleigh serves updated versions of classic dishes, such as fried chicken and mac and cheese.

The Durham (Durham) – This modern American restaurant in downtown Durham serves seasonal dishes made from local ingredients, along with a great selection of cocktails and wines.

The Fiction Kitchen (Raleigh) – This vegetarian and vegan restaurant in downtown Raleigh serves creative and delicious dishes, including vegan versions of classic comfort foods.

These are just a few of the many great restaurants in the Research Triangle region, and there are many more to discover and explore.

Arts and Entertainment

Prepare for fun! Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill are all great cities for entertainment, each with its own unique offerings. Here are some highlights of each city:

Home to the North Carolina Museum of Art, which features a large collection of American and European art, as well as outdoor art installations and walking trails. And don’t miss the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and the North Carolina Museum of History.

Downtown Raleigh is known for its vibrant nightlife, with numerous bars, restaurants, and music venues. The popular Glenwood South and Fayetteville Street districts are great spots to explore. 

Music and performance places to check out include The Ritz, Red Hat Amphitheater, Visionworks, Milk Bar, the Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and the Progress Energy Center For The Performing Arts.

Raleigh is also home to several large music festivals throughout the year, including the Hopscotch Music Festival and the IBMA Bluegrass Festival. 

Home to the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC), which hosts Broadway shows, concerts, and other live performances throughout the year. 

You’ll also want to check out the Nasher Museum of Art, the Duke Basketball Museum and Duke Athletics Hall of Fame, and keep an eye on what’s happening at the Baldwin Auditorium.

The American Tobacco Campus is a popular destination for dining, shopping, and entertainment, with numerous restaurants, bars, and events taking place throughout the year.

Durham is also home to several historic sites, including the Duke Homestead and the Bennett Place State Historic Site.

Home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which offers numerous cultural events throughout the year, including concerts, theater productions, and art exhibits.

Stand-out museums include Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Ackland Art Museum, Kidzu Children’s Museum, and The Carolina Basketball Museum.

Franklin Street is the main commercial district in Chapel Hill, and features numerous bars, restaurants, and shops.

Excellent music venues include The Kraken, Local 506 and Memorial Hall.

Chapel Hill is also home to several outdoor recreation areas, including the Carolina North Forest and the Battle Branch Trail.

Green Spaces in the Research Triangle

Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill all have several green spaces and parks that offer residents opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Here are some of the notable green spaces in each city:

Umstead State Park is a large park with miles of hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and a lake for fishing and boating.

Pullen Park is a popular destination for families, featuring a carousel, train ride, paddle boats, playgrounds, and picnic areas.

The Neuse River Trail is a 33-mile paved trail that runs along the Neuse River, offering scenic views and opportunities for walking, running, and biking.

Duke Gardens is a stunning 55-acre garden with numerous walking paths, ponds, and fountains. It also hosts various events throughout the year, including outdoor concerts and workshops.

Eno River State Park is a large park with miles of hiking trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas along the scenic Eno River.

Durham Central Park is a popular spot for outdoor concerts and events, with a playground, dog park, and farmers market.

The UNC-Chapel Hill Arboretum is a 7-acre garden with numerous walking paths and a diverse collection of plants and trees.

Battle Park is a large park on the UNC campus with miles of walking and biking trails, a creek, and several historic sites.

The Bolin Creek Trail is a scenic paved trail that runs through Chapel Hill and Carrboro, offering opportunities for walking, running, and biking.

All three cities have numerous other green spaces and parks, so there are plenty of options for outdoor recreation and relaxation in each city.

So many options! 

Need help narrowing it down? Here’s our quick take: Chapel Hill is a great place for students and young families with kids, along with folks of all ages associated with the University community. Durham is perfect for young professionals as well as retirees who are seeking a diverse community with a thriving arts scene, interesting restaurants and clubs, startups and small businesses. Raleigh is the big city of the bunch, and is more like Durham in its amenities, while being more affordable than Chapel Hill (unless you’re living in a dorm).

The good news is that you really can’t go wrong. You can live in Raleigh, Durham or Chapel Hill and easily access the other two in a 15 minute or less drive, or about 25 minutes on public transportation. 

We hope this was helpful, and whether you end up moving to Durham , Raleigh or Chapel Hill , we’d love to help you make the move. We’re Bellhop, and our mission is to make moving as easy and pleasant as possible. We can coordinate long-distance moves to Raleigh , in-state and in-town moves. 

We look forward to helping you make your move!

• Latest Posts

• Most Walkable Neighborhoods in Richmond - May 21, 2024
• Best Schools in Omaha, Nebraska: A Comprehensive Guide - May 9, 2024
• The Best Schools in Tucson, Arizona - April 5, 2024

Financial Reporting and Analysis Software

• Our products:
• Financial Analysis
• Reporting Tool
• US Industry Benchmarking
• Russian Entites Profiles

Russian Company OOO "URAL-TRAK"

Brief profile.

liquidated Commercial

Facts to Consider

Liquidation of a legal entity.

Complete Profile

• 1. General Information
• 2. Registration in the Russian Federation
• 3. Company's Activities
• 4. Legal Address
• 5. Owners, Founders of the Entity
• 6. OOO "URAL-TRAK" CEO
• 7. Entities Founded by Company
• 8. Company Finance
• 9. Timeline of key events
• 10. Latest Changes in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities (USRLE)

General Information

Full name of the organization: OBSHCHESTVO S OGRANICHENNOI OTVETSTVENNOSTIU "URAL-TRAK"

TIN: 7743676930 (region of TIN receipt – Moscow)

KPP: 246501001

PSRN: 1087746163229

Location: 660133, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Krasnoiarsk, pr-kt Metallurgov, 53, kv.152

Line of business: Activities of agents in the wholesale trade of office equipment and computer equipment (OKVED-1 code 51.14.1)

Organization status: Commercial, liquidation of a legal entity

Form of incorporation: Limited liability companies (code 12300 according to OKOPF)

Registration in the Russian Federation

The organization OBSHCHESTVO S OGRANICHENNOI OTVETSTVENNOSTIU "URAL-TRAK" was registered in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities 16 years ago 4 February 2008.

The average age of liquidated legal entities for the type of activity 46.14.1 "Activities of agents in the wholesale trade of computer equipment, telecommunications equipment and other office equipment" is 6 years. This organization existed for a shorter period of time.

The tax authority where the legal entity was registered: Inspektsiia Federalnoi nalogovoi sluzhby po Sovetskomu raionu g. Krasnoiarska (inspection code – 2465).

Registration with the Pension Fund: registration number 034008076635 dated 27 April 2011.

Registration with the Social Insurance Fund: registration number 770103739754011 dated 13 July 2010.

Company's Activities

The main activity of the organization is Activities of agents in the wholesale trade of office equipment and computer equipment (OKVED-1 code 51.14.1). The code is specified in accordance with the version of OKVED OK 029-2001

Additionally, the organization listed the following activities:

Legal Address

OOO "URAL-TRAK" is registered at 660133, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Krasnoiarsk, pr-kt Metallurgov, 53, kv.152. ( show on a map )

There are no other active organizations at the current legal address. However, the following organizations were previously registered here: LIC "OK" (liquidated 08/15/2012), OOO " RESPEKT " (liquidated 03/23/2011), OOO "VEBER" (liquidated 03/06/2012)

Owners, Founders of the Entity

The founders of OOO "URAL-TRAK" are

OOO "URAL-TRAK" CEO

The head of the organization (a person who has the right to act on behalf of a legal entity without a power of attorney) since 10 May 2011 is liquidator Vodneva Svetlana Valerevna (TIN: 245305889105).

Entities Founded by Company

OOO "URAL-TRAK" is not listed as a founder in any Russian legal entities.

Company Finance

The Authorized capital of OOO "URAL-TRAK" is 11 thousand RUB.

The organization is not subject to special taxation regimes (operates under a common regime).

Timeline of key events

• Legal address – Krasnoyarsk Krai, Krasnoiarsk, pr-kt Metallurgov, 53, kv.152 .
• The new founder – Bondar Grigorii Aleksandrovich .

Latest Changes in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities (USRLE)

• 09/02/2011 . Entering information about accounting with the tax authority.
• 07/22/2011 . Entering information about registration in the Pension Fund of the Russian Federation.
• 07/18/2011 . Entering information about the interim liquidation balance sheet.
• 07/08/2011 . Inclusion in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities of information on the re-issuance of a certificate.
• 05/10/2011 . Entering information about the liquidation commission (appointment of a liquidator).
• 05/03/2011 . Entering information about registration in the Pension Fund of the Russian Federation.
• 04/27/2011 . Entering information about accounting with the tax authority.
• 04/18/2011 . Entering information about accounting with the tax authority.
• 01/28/2011 . Change of information about a legal entity contained in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities.
• 07/21/2010 . Entering information about registration in the FSS RF.

The data presented on this page have been obtained from official sources: the Unified State Register of Legal Entities (USRLE), the State Information Resource for Financial Statements, the website of the Federal Tax Service (FTS), the Ministry of Finance and the Federal State Statistics Service.

Start free Ready Ratios financial analysis now!

No registration required! But once registered , additional features are available.

• Terms of Use
• Privacy Policy

Login to Ready Ratios

If you have a Facebook or Twitter account, you can use it to log in to ReadyRatios:

Have you forgotten your password?

Are you a new user ?